Duolingo World

Compulsory language education ends for most youths at the age of 16 in Singapore where they will most likely lose out on the amazing advantages and benefits that come from language learning.

Based on a survey conducted, entertainment revenues becomes the driving force for students to pick up a new language. With the evolving use of the internet, access to TV shows and music of different languages is as easy as 1,2,3.

However, what is portrayed through the media may not be enough for one to learn and understand a foreign language and culture. Other than exploring the various differences in culture and traditions, the main focus to understand better through language can easily be replaced with the advanced use of translation websites and extensions.

With the merge of virtual tours and advanced language education, exploring different parts of the world can now be done in one’s own comfort of their home.